Van Jones presents a compelling social justice case against plastic pollution. He argues that plastic waste disproportionately harms impoverished communities and nations "first and worst," with

Van Jones presents a compelling social justice case against plastic pollution. He argues that plastic waste disproportionately harms impoverished communities and nations "first and worst," with far-reaching consequences for everyone, regardless of location or income.

In this powerful TEDxGreatPacificGarbagePatch [TEDxGP2] talk, filmed in 2010, Jones offers actionable ideas to reclaim our "throwaway planet." The event was produced by the Plastic Pollution Coalition at the Annenberg Community Beach House in Santa Monica, California.

Learn more at www.plasticpollutioncoalition.org

The "Adventures of Donny Rico" series exposes Chevron's threat to society. Episode #3, "Legal Tender," details the unethical tactics of Chevron's law firm, Gibson Dunn & Crutcher. Despite Chevron

The "Adventures of Donny Rico" series exposes Chevron's threat to society. Episode #3, "Legal Tender," details the unethical tactics of Chevron's law firm, Gibson Dunn & Crutcher. Despite Chevron admitting to dumping toxic waste in the Amazon, Gibson Dunn pursued a RICO suit against Ecuadorian victims, portraying Chevron as the victim.

The firm, criticized for "legal thuggery" and "blatant intimidation," masterminded a strategy to re-litigate the Ecuador trial. They ignored evidence, launched racist attacks, conducted "sting" operations, and allegedly paid a disgraced judge for false testimony. This turned a clear environmental crime into an "abusively litigated nightmare," demonstrating an unprecedented attack on justice.

Watch the entire Donny Rico series here. Read more on the Eye On The Amazon.

Amira Odeh, a student at the University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras, observed peers buying disposable plastic water bottles due to inadequate campus fountains. Drawing from her personal

Amira Odeh, a student at the University of Puerto Rico at Rio Piedras, observed peers buying disposable plastic water bottles due to inadequate campus fountains. Drawing from her personal experience with water scarcity, she initiated a campaign to address this wasteful habit.

Her successful advocacy led to the installation of new drinking fountains in every building and educated students on the environmental impact of single-use bottles. Consequently, more students now utilize the free tap water available on campus.

Odeh considers the university's commitment to maintaining fountain conditions and its consideration of a ban on non-reusable bottles her most significant accomplishment. This marked the first student-instigated environmental change campaign on a Puerto Rican college campus.

Chloe Maxmin co-founded "Divest Harvard" in September 2012, aiming to move Harvard University's funds out of fossil fuel corporations. Her initiative built on research into Harvard's past

Chloe Maxmin co-founded "Divest Harvard" in September 2012, aiming to move Harvard University's funds out of fossil fuel corporations. Her initiative built on research into Harvard's past divestment campaigns against apartheid and Big Tobacco, galvanizing a broad student and community movement.

The campaign gained significant traction, highlighted by a campus-wide referendum where 72% of undergraduates supported fossil fuel divestment. This, combined with outreach to alumni and faculty, led to meetings with trustees and initiated a crucial dialogue about fossil fuels at the university. Maxmin's activism began at age 12, and in 2007, she founded "First Here, Then Everywhere," an online network connecting youth activists globally.

The closing segment featured Kandi Mossett sharing online participant comments. Renee Gurneau then discussed the emerging discourse on the Rights of Mother Earth, emphasizing the importance of

The closing segment featured Kandi Mossett sharing online participant comments. Renee Gurneau then discussed the emerging discourse on the Rights of Mother Earth, emphasizing the importance of ancestral wisdom and power in future work.

Tom Goldtooth offered final thoughts and acknowledgments. Karen RedHawk Dallett, Project Coordinator for Pachamama Alliance, concluded the three-day Rights of Mother Earth gathering. She thanked all contributors, highlighting the event as a successful first step in defining and promoting these vital rights.

Management consultant turned eco-adventurer, Roz Savage inspires courage and commitment to sustainable development. She is the first

Management consultant turned eco-adventurer, Roz Savage inspires courage and commitment to sustainable development. She is the first woman to have rowed solo across three oceans—the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian—demonstrating how individual actions can drive global change.

Savage's remarkable solo ocean crossings highlight her dedication to our planet. For more videos and insights, subscribe to her YouTube channel.

Kip Ward, owner of the Historic Anchor Inn in Lincoln City, Oregon, shares insights on

Kip Ward, owner of the Historic Anchor Inn in Lincoln City, Oregon, shares insights on sustainable living.

He emphasizes the critical importance of taking the initial step.

Ward encourages individuals to simply get started on their sustainability journey.

Janine Benyus urges inventors to look to nature for design solutions. She demonstrates how natural principles inspire innovative products—from waterproof materials to aerodynamic and

Janine Benyus urges inventors to look to nature for design solutions. She demonstrates how natural principles inspire innovative products—from waterproof materials to aerodynamic and solar-powered technologies—achieving spectacular results.

Presented on August 6, 2009, this talk highlights the power of biomimicry. Explore more at the Biomimicry Institute, TED.com, and TED's Top 10 Talks.

The Oregon Sustainability Center (OSC) is a planned 200,000+ square foot urban, mixed-use high rise. It will feature Net Zero Energy and local material sourcing, among other sustainable

The Oregon Sustainability Center (OSC) is a planned 200,000+ square foot urban, mixed-use high rise. It will feature Net Zero Energy and local material sourcing, among other sustainable elements.

This collaborative vision is the result of a unique public/private partnership. It brings together city and state government, higher education, nonprofit organizations, and the business community.